Yeovil Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Yeovil Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
60 40.047 N,2 30.908 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.667450
  • Longitude: -2.515133
Wreck Depth 120 m
Water Depth 140 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YEOVIL
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 164
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 21, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source other
Surveying Details 3.8.72 3.8.72 WK IN APPROX 604005N, 023048W [OGB]. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). 20.11.78 20.11.78 INS USC PA 120MTRS IN 604005N, 023048W [IN CONJUNCTION WITH 'JEDBURGH', SEE WK 31]. NC 1233. 22.2.80 22.2.80 NDW PA IN 603800N, 024400W. (US P/O DTD 16.10.76). HH268/184/02 23.4.02 HH268/184/02 23.4.02 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3. (BP CLAIR PHASE 1 DEVELOPMENT REPORT DTD 22.3.02). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 23, 2002

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY U-BOAT & SUNK USING EXPLOSIVES, 35M NNW OF FOULA HEAD. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 60 40.047 N,2 30.908 W
Yeovil on Wreck Map Yeovil Wreck on Google Map

Nearby Wrecks:

FAQ

Where is the YEOVIL wreck located?

The YEOVIL wreck is located at coordinates 60 40.047 N,2 30.908 W.

How deep is the YEOVIL and where exactly is it located?

The YEOVIL lies at a depth of about 120 meters and is located at coordinates 60 40.047 N,2 30.908 W.

How deep is the seabed around the YEOVIL?

The seabed around the YEOVIL lies at approximately 140 meters deep.

When did the YEOVIL sink?

The YEOVIL sank on Apr 21, 1917.

When was the wreck of the YEOVIL discovered?

The wreck of the YEOVIL was discovered in 1917.

What country did the YEOVIL belong to?

The YEOVIL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the YEOVIL?

The YEOVIL had a tonnage of 164 tons.

What type of wreck is the YEOVIL?

The YEOVIL is classified as a steam ship.